There’s nothing quite like a perfectly moist sponge cake to elevate any occasion. This recipe promises a cake with a tender crumb that stays fresh for days, made with simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. Whether you’re celebrating a special moment or satisfying a sweet craving, this cake delivers on all fronts. Dive in, and don’t hesitate to share this gem with your friends and family!
Ingredients:
- 225 g (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened and cut into 8 pieces
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1⁄2 cup (125 ml) milk (whole or low fat)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups (265g) plain flour (all-purpose flour)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups (330g) caster sugar or superfine sugar
- 3/4 tsp salt
Directions:
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Adjust the oven rack to the middle position. Grease your cake pans and line the bottoms with baking paper for easy removal later.
- Mixing Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk them together to ensure even distribution.
- Creaming Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until the mixture becomes fluffy and light. This process introduces air, making your cake rise beautifully.
- Incorporating Eggs: Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture. Ensure each egg is fully mixed in before adding the next. This method ensures a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Adding Flavor: Mix in the vanilla extract, taking care not to overmix.
- Combining Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. To make the cake extra moist, alternate the addition of dry ingredients with buttermilk.
- Baking: Transfer the batter into your prepared cake pans, ensuring an even distribution. Bake in your preheated oven for about 30 to 35 minutes. The cake is done when a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating its baked perfection.
- Assembly and Decoration: Once cooled, level the top of the cake using a serrated knife. Layer slices with your choice of buttercream, piling them. Finish by piping or spreading buttercream over the entire cake.
Notes/Conclusion:
This Super Moist Sponge Cake is versatile. You can experiment with different fillings, frostings, or even fruits. It’s the perfect canvas for your culinary creativity. Whether you enjoy it with a cup of tea or as a birthday cake, its velvety texture and sublime taste will impress. Don’t forget to share your baking adventures and encourage others to try this recipe too!